Down Syndrome
Assessment and Intervention Planning
By using evidence-informed measures and interventions, therapists can help improve the health, mobility, independent living skills and overall quality of life of children with Down Syndrome. In this course, Alyssa will review the common presentation of children with Down Syndrome, and the expected trajectory of their motor skill development. Participants will learn the evidence supporting the use of various standardized assessment tools and intervention approaches. She will discuss how to leverage this knowledge so that participants can confidently participate and contribute to goal setting, creation of plan of care and provision of services and supports to help the child succeed from early childhood to adolescence. Closed Captioned in English
BONUS: PRACTICAL TOOLKIT – Resources: Websites, Videos and Must-Reads; Assessment Tools: List and Links
Alyssa LaForme Fiss, PT, PhD is a Professor of Physical Therapy at Texas Woman’s University in Dallas, Texas. Her research focuses on examining and identifying effective service delivery models to improve activity and participation in children and youth with cerebral palsy and Down syndrome. She served as co-investigator in the multi-site Move & PLAY and On Track research studies examining developmental trajectories of children with cerebral palsy. She has published widely and has presented extensively at the regional, national, and international level.
Disclosures: Alyssa receives a speaking fee from Apply EBP, LLC. She has no relevant nonfinancial relationships to disclose.
At the completion of the course, you are expected to:
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- Identify 2 assessment tools that are appropriate for children with Down Syndrome
- Determine the application of motor growth curves and probabilities in intervention planning
- Select 2 intervention strategies that have been shown to promote performance in children with Down Syndrome
1.5 hours of lecture
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- Overview of Down Syndrome
- Assessment Tools
- Prognosis: Growth Curves and Probabilities
- Goal Setting and Interventions
- Case Study: From Childhood to Adolescence
- Post-test: 10-item multiple choice. 70% correct answers required to receive a certificate
1.5 CE hours of training is awarded after course completion
For OTs and OTAs
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- Apply EBP, LLC is an AOTA-approved provider of CEUs (see imprimatur below for details).
For PTs and PTAs
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- Apply EBP, LLC is an approved provider of CEUs for PTs and PTAs in IL, NM, NY, OK (#BAP202310011), and TX (APS #: 2703055TX)
- This webinar is approved for PTs and PTAs in AR and CA.
- These PT state boards accept approval by other states boards, other state associations, or AOTA: AK, AZ, DE, FL, HI, IN, KY, MI, MT, NC, ND, OR, PA, RI, SD, TN, UT, VT, VA, WI, WY and DC.
- These states do not require pre-approval of courses or have no CE requirements for PTs and PTAs: AL, CO, CT, GA, IA, ME, MA, MO, NE, NH and WA.
For Teachers
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- Apply EBP is an approved sponsor of CTLE for educators in New York State (#23827)
If you would like to obtain CEUs for another state, please email carlo@applyebp.com.
Learners must watch the video and complete course requirements, including scoring 70% or higher in the post-test to receive a certificate. Three (3) post-test retakes are allowed; if you exceed this limit, please email carlo@applyebp.com.
Webinar Price: $65 for 60-day access to watch and re-watch
Payment Options
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- Pay via Credit Card or PayPal: You are registered instantly!
- Pay via Purchase Order: Email vicki@applyebp.com
Cancellation Policy
There is no cancellation once webinar is purchased. You will have access to this course for at least 60 days. Please email or call us if you have any questions.
Accommodations Request
Please email or call us before registering for the course with any questions or requests for accommodations. We will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations.
Complaints Resolution
We welcome all feedback. Please email or call us if you have any complaints so that we may work with you towards a resolution.
Contact Info:
Carlo Vialu
646-269-9039
“Down Syndrome is part of The School-based Symposium 3 – OT and PT Tracks
Symposium Price: 9 Webinars for the Price of 6: $390
Symposium Description: Come and learn from 7 leading experts in pediatric practice. Learn practical application of the current evidence, regulations & hottest topics in school-based practice. This is the essential course for every school-based OT & PT – whether you’re new to the practice, or you’re an experienced therapist seeking more ideas! Watch each video at your own pace. Download Apply EBP’s practical toolkit. Take the Post-test, and receive your certificates of completion. Have a great time learning
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